Articles Tagged “Firmware”
New firmware update for Asus Transformer Prime coming tomorrow
by Bams Sadewo on Mar 28, 2012 5 Comments">5
It was only last month that Asus rolled out an update for the Transformer Prime tablet, and now the company is readying a new firmware update for the same tablet. As reported by The Verge, the update was confirmed by the company’s Italian Facebook page and is due to arrive tomorrow, March 29 (at least in Italy). What improvements can you expect for the Asus Transformer Prime tomorrow? According to the announcement, the 9.4.2.21 build update will bring the long-awaited Face Unlock feature. Aside from that, you will get to control notifications directly from the screen lock. If Asus Vibe …
Motorola BACKFLIP for AT&T gets Android firmware update
by Michelle Ruhfass on Jul 08, 2010 1 Comments">1
Motorola has pushed out an update for its BACKFLIP Android smartphone on AT&T. The update is expected to improve overall performance on the device’s display, camera, messaging, and Bluetooth functionality. After installing the software update, you should see: improved text messaging improved display clarity and color camera correction repair for application shut-down improved Bluetooth audio and connectivity removal of ringtone size restrictions improved 3G connectivity improved performance of downloaded Android apps improved phone stability improved battery life improved streaming audio and video playback BACKFLIP owners should download the update in order to experience optimal performance according to the manufacturer. Instructions …
Verizon working on HTC DROID Eris weather widget issue, still investigating other problems
by Michael Oryl on May 26, 2010 36 Comments">36
I got word back from a Verizon Wireless rep moments ago regarding all of the complaints we are seeing in comments about the recent HTC DROID Eris Android 2.1 over the air firmware update. We were told that the tech gurus are already working on the weather widget issue, but that other less frequently cited problems (such as missing call audio and message notification issues) have not been properly documented yet. I was advised that people with problems other than the weather widget should call Verizon Wireless or bring their DROID Eris to a Verizon Wireless retail store. Verizon is …
Motorola Milestone gets 2.1 update – but not over the air?
by Michael Oryl on May 06, 2010 0 Comments">0
This morning AndroidPolice pointed out to us that Motorola UK has announced an Android 2.1 update for its Motorola Milestone device, the GSM/UMTS version of the DROID sold by Verizon Wireless. Full information on how to apply the update is available on the Motorola website, but it is worth pointing out that this operation can be completed by a Windows PC only. Traditionally, updates for Android have come over the air (there’s one waiting on my DROID Incredible at this very moment), so the fact that you need a Windows computer and a USB cable is really unusual. There are …
New Motorola CLIQ XT v1.31.44 firmware rolling out to T-Mobile USA customers
by Michael Oryl on May 02, 2010 0 Comments">0
On Saturday Motorola announced, via Twitter, that a new firmware revision(1.31.44) for the Motorola CLIQ XT for T-Mobile USA is rolling out. Like the last update for the CLIQ, this is a dual-stage update. You’ll be prompted to update once, and then once that process has completed, you should be prompted to apply the second update to get you to the latest firmware. According to Motorola, the update offers the following enhancements: Improves Overall Phone Performance – Generally improves data connectivity while reducing the occurrence of freeze-ups, resets, and random forced quits. Visual Voice Mail Enhancements – Enhanced design and …
Motorola posts update timeline for BACKFLIP and other Android smartphones
by Michael Oryl on Apr 13, 2010 0 Comments">0
Motorola has posted information on its support forums that outlines the expected Android 2.1 update time frames for its various Android smartphones. All of the non-Chinese models seem to be accounted for in the table, but not all devices currently have a target time frame. Of note, the Motorola BACKFLIP for AT&T is tagged for getting an Android 2.1 update in the third quarter of 2010. The full update table is available after the jump.
Motorola CLIQ for T-Mobile gets 1.4.8 firmware update
by Michael Oryl on Apr 09, 2010 7 Comments">7
Motorola and T-Mobile USA recently starting pushing out the new 1.4.18 version of firmware for the Motorola CLIQ according to the T-Mobile USA Forums. In spite of the fact that the post on the site says that users can manually check for an update, two CLIQs we have access to have neither received the update automatically or are able to force an update with a manual check. According to the post on T-Mobile’s forums, the update offers the following benefits: Improved battery life Improved software performance and stability Improved home screen Improved widget response Decrease in ‘Force Close’ error messages …
Motorola CLIQ update received – here’s the video…
by Michael Oryl on Feb 24, 2010 0 Comments">0
Don’t get too excited. For one, this video is just showing the actual firmware update processes – for those that are curious. Secondly, the update itself is not that interesting, either. A new app for moving contacts to or from a SIM card is available now, and imeem is gone, but otherwise there’s not much to see. Home screen might be a bit snappier, too. So anyway, here’s the video of the update process in 4x speed so you don’t have to watch 10 minutes of not much happening. You can now watch not much happening in 25% of that …
New Motorola CLIQ firmware coming, Android 2.1 still not included
by Michael Oryl on Feb 23, 2010 4 Comments">4
It appears that a new update for the Motorola CLIQ, 1.3.18, is starting the process of being distributed to T-Mobile’s Motorola CLIQ users now. The update promises further improvements to the phone’s battery life, better Bluetooth support, and better touchscreen accuracy – all things I’m personally in need of. There’s also some corporate mail updates, a new rev of Quick Office, and bug fixes, too. More info available at Motorola, with even more detail here. When I get my hands on the update I will be sure to let you all know. If you get it before me, though, please …
Video: multitouch firmware update on the Nexus One
by Michael Oryl on Feb 03, 2010 1 Comments">1
Here’s a quick video demo of the new multitouch functionality on the Nexus One’s default browser and Google Maps application. The firmware update that adds this capability started rolling out over the air yesterday.
Nook gets firmware 1.1 update – improved performance and in-store offers
by Susan Ellery on Dec 22, 2009 0 Comments">0
The Barnes & Noble Nook has received its fair share of negative reviews from early adopters who claim the Android-powered e-reader is sluggish, especially when compared to the Amazon Kindle 2. B&N rolled out firmware 1.1 yesterday which hopes to improve the e-reader’s performance and add a new local promotional feature that will differentiate the Nook from its competition. The local promotions will allow Nook owners to download free reading content when visiting their local B&N store. In the future, it may even be possible to download and read an entire book while within the confines of a local B&N …
HTC DROID Eris OTA firmware updates starting
by Michael Oryl on Dec 10, 2009 10 Comments">10
Verizon sent us a message last night telling us about the new HTC DROID Eris firmware update that has started going out to users. This isn’t an update to a newer version of Android, which we are still expecting, but rather a simpler update that fixes some problems with the initial version of the device. Not all people experienced all of these issues, but there’s probably something in this update for most any DROID Eris user. The initial batch of users to get the update is pretty small, but it should start going out in large scale within a week …
Photos of Motorola DROID running Android 2.0.1 update
by Michael Oryl on Dec 09, 2009 7 Comments">7
Well, I just finished manually updating my Motorola DROID to the new Android 2.0.1 firmware update, and I shot some photos of the process and the minor changes I’ve seen on the device so far. I honestly *just* got done doing the update, so I have no real opinions on anything now other than I like the new lock screen much better. Verizon claims that the update will fix the DROID’s autofocus issue with its camera, which is currently working anyway due to the current date, and also says that it should clear up some reception issues. I know some …
General Mobile DSTL1 gets Android 1.6 Donut firmware update
by Michael Oryl on Dec 07, 2009 0 Comments">0
General Mobile has released an Android 1.6 (Donut) update for its DSTL1 Android smartphone. The release adds proper support for the phone’s WVGA resolution resistive touchscreen display, and even features a number of homescreen and notification area UI tweaks. You can get more information about the update at the General Mobile website. Here are some of the improvements offered by the update. You’ll find more specs and a gallery of screen shots from an updated DSTL1 after the jump. Added Bluetooth send function Improved Android virtual keyboard Improved 7-panel homescreen with new shortcuts Improved touch screen sensitivity Improved video playback …
Motorola CLIQ update photos, notes
by Michael Oryl on Dec 02, 2009 7 Comments">7
My Motorola CLIQ received its update last night and I have shot a few photos of the process and the new Battery Manager features that it brings to the table. You can think of the Battery Manager as a profiles system for battery use. It could still use some additional features, but it is a good start and something that all phones should feature. I haven’t had much time to test the changes so far (I’m flying back to Philadelphia tonight), but I can already see an improved response from the touchscreen display. Moto also claims improved battery life when …
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